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Franco Colapinto appeals directly to his fans to tone down their aggressive behaviour ahead of the F1 Monaco GP following the online abused received by Jack Doohan and Yuki Tsunoda

Colapinto appeals directly to his fans ahead of F1 Monaco GP following online abuse received by Doohan and Tsunoda

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago010 mins

Alpine driver Franco Colapinto has addressed the recent online abuse directed at Jack Doohan and Yuki Tsunoda by a subset of Argentine fans ahead of the F1 Monaco GP. Colapinto’s return to F1 with Alpine has undoubtedly reinvigorated his passionate fanbase. Several media outlets, including Pit Debrief, had reported earlier in the year that Doohan…

Fred Vasseur expresses concerns about Ferrari's recovery on Sunday if their qualifying struggles continue at the F1 Monaco GP

Vasseur expresses concerns about Sunday recovery if Ferrari’s qualifying struggles continue at F1 Monaco GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

Team principal Fred Vasseur opened up about Ferrari’s qualifying woes and what their expectations are heading into the F1 Monaco GP following their impressive turnaround on Sunday in Imola. Charles Leclerc made history last season as he became the first Monégasque to conquer the streets of Monte Carlo in 93 years. With former driver Carlos…

The F1 Monaco Grand Prix is Ferrari driver Charles Leclerc's home race. He scored his maiden home race win in 2024.

F1 Monaco Grand Prix — Everything you need to know

Disha Rawal4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

F1 heads to the Monaco Grand Prix for its second stop during this triple header. After his race win in Imola, Max Verstappen closes the gap to the McLaren drivers. The top three drivers are within one race win’s worth of points — one DNF could change the entire complexion of the championship. Home race…

Fred Vasseur agrees that racing is too policed now after Ferrari relinquished Leclerc's position to Albon to avoid getting penalised at the F1 Imola GP

Vasseur concurs racing is currently over-regulated following Leclerc’s controversial move at F1 Imola GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago05 mins

Team principal Fred Vasseur has shared his opinion on the controversial incident between Charles Leclerc and Alex Albon that resulted in the Ferrari driver giving up his position to avoid receiving a potential penalty at the F1 Imola GP. Following the Safety Car restart, Leclerc found himself on worn-out hard tyres and defending his fourth…

Ollie Bearman's qualifying lap is deleted at the Imola GP.

Bearman criticises “totally unfair” lap deletion during F1 Imola GP qualifying

Disha Rawal4 months ago4 months ago08 mins

Haas driver Ollie Bearman had an unfortunate end to qualifying at the F1 Imola GP. Alpine’s newest driver Franco Colapinto crashed towards the end of Q1, bringing out the red flag. Bearman managed to finish his final flying lap and jump from the elimination zone to P10. Unfortunately for the Brit, his lap time was…

Several F1 drivers have shared their opinions on Carlos Sainz Sr. potentially running for FIA president ahead of the F1 Imola GP

F1 drivers react to Carlos Sainz Sr.’s potential bid for FIA presidency ahead of Imola GP

Senjuti Jash4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Heading into the Imola GP, several drivers on the current F1 grid have shared their opinions on the possibility of Carlos Sainz Sr. running for FIA president later this year. The next presidential election of the motorsport’s governing body will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan on 12th December. Incumbent Mohammed Ben Sulayem has not formally…

George Russell ahead of the FIA's swearing ban at the Formula 1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix

George Russell and Lewis Hamilton on the FIA’s swearing ban one-eighty

Charlotte George4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

After the FIA revealed their decision to revise the Formula 1 swearing ban, former teammates George Russell and Lewis Hamilton expressed their views on the situation ahead of the Imola GP. The updated code has now slashed fines for a first offence from €40,000 to €5,000, and removed the initial threat of a ban for…

Rally champion Carlos Sainz and F1 driver Carlos Sainz Jr at the finish line of Rally Dakar 2024

Carlos Sainz Jr. opens up about his father’s potential FIA presidential bid at F1 Imola GP

Magdalena Put4 months ago4 months ago012 mins

Carlos Sainz shared his thoughts on the possibility of his father, rally legend Carlos Sainz Sr, running for FIA president later this year. FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is approaching the end of his first term, having assumed office in late 2021. His presidency has been marked by controversies, high-profile departures, and strained relations with…

The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend.

FIA: F1 drivers could receive grid drops or time penalties for “misconduct involving the abuse of officials”

Luke-John Buckle4 months ago4 months ago04 mins

The FIA has reshuffled the penalties that can be applied to F1 drivers who swear or abuse officials over a grand prix weekend. Fines for swearing have been significantly reduced, with the standard punishments being halved from €10,000 to a maximum of €5,000 for the majority of breaches. Other, more severe fines for repeat offenses have…

FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is looking to increase his power within the FIA

FIA President Ben Sulayem aims to increase power

Ewout Albrecht4 months ago4 months ago07 mins

It appears that current FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem is trying to extend his control over Formula 1’s governing body. According to a confidential document seen by the BBC, the Emirati has proposed some changes to the FIA statutes. The proposed changes are to be voted on during the next FIA General Assembly. They seem…